Valeo is a global automotive supplier and technology company headquartered in France, specializing in the design and production of components, integrated systems, and modules for the automotive industry. With a massive global workforce of over 100,000 employees across 29 countries, the company is a key player in driving innovations for CO2 reduction and autonomous driving technologies.

In Spain, Valeo maintains a robust presence with several production plants and major R&D centers, most notably in Martos, Madrid, and Barcelona. The company is a significant employer for international engineering talent, frequently offering VIE (International Volunteer in Enterprise) programs and roles that require collaboration across global teams, making it an attractive destination for professionals seeking a career in high-tech automotive manufacturing.

Founded in 1923 in Saint-Ouen, France, as a brake lining manufacturer, Valeo has evolved through decades of strategic acquisitions into a global leader in automotive technology. Today, it focuses on four main business groups: Comfort & Driving Assistance, Powertrain, Thermal Systems, and Visibility Systems.

For international professionals

Frequently offers VIE (International Volunteer in Enterprise) programs, which are ideal for young European professionals looking to relocate to Spain.
Operates a world-class R&D center in Martos (Jaén), which is a global hub for automotive lighting innovation.
English is commonly used as a working language within their R&D and project management departments.
Provides structured career paths with opportunities for internal mobility across its global network of over 180 production sites.

Project Buyer Internship

Valeo

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

We are looking for a motivated student to join our team as a Project Buyer Intern. In this position, you will work closely with the purchasing team, have the opportunity to learn about the procurement process—from request to delivery—and develop valuable skills in negotiation, supplier management, and data analysis.

Job Responsibilities

Resolution and follow-up of supplier disputes
Support in the analysis of indicators
Tracking and creation of disputes in the SRM app
Support in productivity actions for project buyers

Job Qualifications

* University student in the final years of a degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or similar.
* Interest in the purchasing and procurement area.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Proficiency in English and Spanish.
* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

If you are a motivated student eager to learn, we encourage you to apply. We offer a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to develop a professional career in a leading company in the sector.

Job:

Purchasing Trainee/Apprentice/VIE

Organization:

Productivity Purchasing

Schedule:

Full time

Employee Status:

Trainee (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Job Type:

Trainee / Internship

Job Posting Date:

2025-10-20

Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

View original advert (Spanish)

Buscamos un/a estudiante motivado para unirse a nuestro equipo como Prácticas Project Buyer. En este puesto, trabajarás en estrecha colaboración con el equipo de compras, tendrás la oportunidad de aprender sobre el proceso de compra, desde la solicitud hasta la entrega, y de desarrollar habilidades valiosas en negociación, gestión de proveedores y análisis de datos.

Responsabilidades del puesto

Solución y seguimiento de los litigios con proveedores
Soporte en el análisis de los indicadores
Seguimiento y creación de los litigios en la app SRM
Soporte en las acciones de productividad de los compradores proyectos

Cualificaciones del puesto

* Estudiante universitario en los últimos años de carrera en Administración de Empresas, Finanzas, Marketing o similar.
* Interés en el área de compras y adquisiciones.
* Excelentes habilidades de comunicación y negociación.
* Capacidad para trabajar de forma independiente y como parte de un equipo.
* Dominio del inglés y español.
* Conocimientos básicos de Microsoft Office.

Si eres un estudiante motivado y con ganas de aprender, te animamos a que presentes tu candidatura. Ofrecemos un ambiente de trabajo dinámico y la oportunidad de desarrollar una carrera profesional en una empresa líder en el sector.